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30yrs, Lost 98lbs, Tummy Tuck, Breast Lift and Slimlipo - Istanbul
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I'm 15 days post op and whilst I have a 'swelling...
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I'm 15 days post op and whilst I have a 'swelling baby' already I'm so excited re the new me! Having been a really heavy teen I fought hard and lost 98lbs through healthy eating.
I understand I won't really see swelling subside for awhile yet anything I can do to help it along? I'm actually bigger dress size now because of swelling than before, I know, I'm v impatient lol
I understand I won't really see swelling subside for awhile yet anything I can do to help it along? I'm actually bigger dress size now because of swelling than before, I know, I'm v impatient lol
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UPDATED FROM PelsTT
18 days post
Woohoo I've been drained!!
Having been to my GP yesterday I was concerned re the size of my ever growing 'swelling baby'. My GP referred me to the plastics surgery department at the hospital as an emergency and I went this morning. I must add, my consultant in Istanbul did want me to fly back out there but I told her I'd see what the hospital said first. The consultant today took a look at said definite seroma, but he was v impressed re my surgery! Once he started draining process realised it was a haematoma. He drained half a litre of blood! It didn't hurt at all and instantly I felt relieved! He said that these are common complications and can happen with the best of surgeons. I've been advised to stay off my feet for 4wks and go back weekly to be drained. So glad I've had the answers and am being v well looked after. I'll post before and after pics now even with the severe swelling I'm thrilled!! :))
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January 24, 2014
Take it easy and so sorry to hear about the hematoma. Rest up and happy healing!
January 24, 2014
Thank you. I'm not too bothered re the hematoma, just so happy it's been dealt with. Worst thing is the unknown. Least it'll be drained and I think I got the telling off I needed re rest and not rushing back to work!
January 25, 2014
Yeah I understand dealing with the unknown is nerve wrecking. Now you just have to rest up so you can heal.
January 26, 2014
but the scar is thin.....after swelling you will look magnificent.
January 26, 2014
Thank you! The scar is pretty amazing and only looks as thick as it does because of scabbing and antibiotic cream I'm applying but it's uber thin. I think my breasts are the best, you can hardly see the scar already and I'm only 20 days post op. Fingers crossed this draining process doesn't take too long, I'm far too excited to have to wait any longer for my new tummy! x
February 11, 2015
It will go down on it's own , drink plenty of water even with lemon it will make you use the bathroom a lot. I did my back the top of my butt , my hips , my lower stomach and my sides I feel and look amazing
UPDATED FROM PelsTT
21 days post
Update in pictures 3wks post op today!
So 500cc was drained from my hematoma last Friday and already I think there's a visible difference in swelling. What do you think? Next draining session on Thursday!
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January 27, 2014
I can most definitely see a difference! Question: where exactly are they draining the blood from in your tummy? I'm trying to get an idea of where to feel around in case something doesn't feel right when I get my surgery. Thank you. Good luck and continue healing well!
January 27, 2014
Mad huh the difference in a few days, and I'm shrinking around my back and under my bust that's the biggest difference so far. The drainage is from the front of my belly - I felt the waterbed effect on my right, below my bellybutton. The consultant just put a thin needle in and started draining. I couldn't watch, but it didn't hurt, he filled about 6 syringes. I'm keen to see how much more comes out on Thursday. It feels a little tender since he did it but can't believe the difference and he assured me it's a very common complication with this surgery xx
January 27, 2014
I said the the biggest diff is under my bust - duh - I don't have hardly any stretch marks and no overhang flap of a tummy! lol even though i'm still swollen and I have had a set back 100 x better than my pre surgery body! xx
January 27, 2014
Thanks for the info. Continue healing and most definitely enjoy your results as the swelling decreases. Keep us posted. Take care!!
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